Brief Answer:
Not recommended to use diuretics
Detailed Answer:
Hi there
Thank you for sending in your query.
Your Body mass index (BMI) is 30.1. This implies that you have clinically significant obesity. Bringing down your BMI to <26 (approx 10 kg weight loss) will help in improving your health including an easier control of blood pressure and cholesterol.
The recommended approach would be to consult a dietitian who can prescribe a low calorie low fat diet. Additionally a structured exercise program will be required.
The use of diuretics as a short or long term measure for losing weight is NOT recommended as the therapy has number of side effects and is often not effective.
So instead of a short term quick gain approach, I recommend lifestyle changes as above, for improving your long term health.
I hope this was helpful
I will be happy to provide answers to any other questions which you may have.
Regards
Dr Bhabhe
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Suggest Short Term Diuretics For Moderate Weight Loss
Brief Answer:
Not recommended to use diuretics
Detailed Answer:
Hi there
Thank you for sending in your query.
Your Body mass index (BMI) is 30.1. This implies that you have clinically significant obesity. Bringing down your BMI to <26 (approx 10 kg weight loss) will help in improving your health including an easier control of blood pressure and cholesterol.
The recommended approach would be to consult a dietitian who can prescribe a low calorie low fat diet. Additionally a structured exercise program will be required.
The use of diuretics as a short or long term measure for losing weight is NOT recommended as the therapy has number of side effects and is often not effective.
So instead of a short term quick gain approach, I recommend lifestyle changes as above, for improving your long term health.
I hope this was helpful
I will be happy to provide answers to any other questions which you may have.
Regards
Dr Bhabhe